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Things to Do in Queen Margaret University Queen Margaret University Drive Old Craighall Musselburgh East Lothian

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AirHop Adventure & Trampoline Park Edinburgh ⭐ 4.4 0.6 mi away

Trampoline & Bounce Parks

AirHop Adventure & Trampoline Park Edinburgh

Bounce into action at Edinburgh's premier indoor trampoline venue, featuring high-flying fun zones for all ages with baby changing facilities and assistance for guests requiring extra support.

Jump In Trampoline Arena Edinburgh ⭐ 4.4 0.6 mi away

Trampoline & Bounce Parks

Jump In Trampoline Arena Edinburgh

Bounce into action at this Edinburgh trampoline park featuring accessible facilities, onsite parking and snacks to refuel after all that jumping fun for the whole family.

Jamboree Adventure Soft Play ⭐ 4.7 1.1 mi away

Indoor Soft Play

Jamboree Adventure Soft Play

Located at Musselburgh Sports Centre, this indoor play venue offers active fun for kids with climbing frames, slides and activity zones. Note that facilities are limited, with no baby changing areas or wheelchair access available.

Newhailes House and Gardens Musselburgh ⭐ 4.5 1.2 mi away

Historic Houses & Gardens

Newhailes House and Gardens Musselburgh

This National Trust Scotland estate near Edinburgh offers families historic rooms to explore, expansive grounds for wandering, and facilities including baby changing areas and ramps.

ODEON Edinburgh Fort Kinnaird ⭐ 4.2 1.3 mi away

Cinema & Theatre

ODEON Edinburgh Fort Kinnaird

Catch the latest blockbusters on seven big screens at this Fort Kinnaird cinema, complete with accessible facilities and family-friendly amenities including baby changing rooms.

Portobello Beach ⭐ 4.6 1.9 mi away

Beaches & Coastline

Portobello Beach

This sandy stretch along Edinburgh's coast offers classic seaside fun for families, with wheelchair access and space to enjoy your own picnic by the waves.

Orcadia Trampoline Centre ⭐ 4.2 2.1 mi away

Trampoline & Bounce Parks

Orcadia Trampoline Centre

Jump into action at this Edinburgh trampoline park featuring floor-level bounce zones and soft play areas for younger children, plus an onsite restaurant and full accessibility for wheelchair users.

Dalkeith Country Park ⭐ 4.6 2.2 mi away

Parks & Play Areas

Dalkeith Country Park

This expansive estate near Edinburgh features the impressive Fort Douglas adventure playground alongside beautiful parkland perfect for family picnics, with facilities including a restaurant and accessible amenities throughout.

Go Ape Dalkeith ⭐ 4.8 2.4 mi away

High Ropes & Aerial Trails

Go Ape Dalkeith

Experience aerial excitement at this woodland adventure park featuring high-wire obstacles and ziplines through the trees, with wheelchair-friendly access and facilities for families with young children.

Tumbles at Portobello ⭐ 4.3 2.5 mi away

Indoor Soft Play

Tumbles at Portobello

This wheelchair-accessible soft play venue in Portobello features an onsite restaurant and convenient parking, perfect for energetic youngsters to burn off steam whatever the weather.

Edinburgh Combat Challenge ⭐ 4.9 2.6 mi away

Laser Tag Arenas

Edinburgh Combat Challenge

Battle it out in thrilling laser tag combat at this action-packed Lugton Bogs venue, perfect for energetic families seeking an adrenaline-fuelled adventure with onsite parking and snacks available.

Prestongrange Museum ⭐ 4.4 3 mi away

Museums & Galleries

Prestongrange Museum

This East Lothian heritage site welcomes families with full accessibility, picnic areas, and dining options. Well-equipped facilities include baby changing rooms and plenty of parking.

Royal Commonwealth Pool and Clambers ⭐ 4.5 3.9 mi away

Swimming & Leisure Centres

Royal Commonwealth Pool and Clambers

Edinburgh's lively aquatic centre features twin swimming pools alongside Clambers indoor play zone, with onsite dining, parking and family-friendly facilities including baby changing areas.

Holyrood Park ⭐ 4.8 4 mi away

Parks & Play Areas

Holyrood Park

This sprawling Edinburgh parkland welcomes families with prams, dogs and wheelchair users to explore its natural landscapes and historic trails, complete with baby changing facilities for little visitors.

Clown Around Indoor Play Centre ⭐ 4.1 4 mi away

Indoor Soft Play

Clown Around Indoor Play Centre

This Edinburgh soft play venue features an action-packed play frame with trampolines and a dedicated sensory room, plus onsite parking and a café serving meals and snacks.

Palace of Holyroodhouse ⭐ 4.6 4.1 mi away

Castles & Palaces

Palace of Holyroodhouse

Step into Scotland's royal residence at the foot of the Royal Mile, where families can explore grand state apartments and historic chambers with a complimentary audio guide. Facilities include a restaurant, accessible toilets and baby changing areas.

Dynamic Earth ⭐ 4.4 4.2 mi away

Museums & Galleries

Dynamic Earth

Journey through Earth's 4.5 billion year story at Edinburgh's immersive science centre, where hands-on exhibits bring volcanoes, polar ice caps and prehistoric creatures to life in a wheelchair and pushchair-friendly environment.

The Museum of Edinburgh ⭐ 4.4 4.3 mi away

Museums & Galleries

The Museum of Edinburgh

Discover Edinburgh's fascinating local history at this characterful Royal Mile museum, housed in a historic building with family facilities including baby changing, though access is limited for wheelchairs.

The People's Story Museum ⭐ 4.4 4.4 mi away

Museums & Galleries

The People's Story Museum

Discover how ordinary Edinburgh residents lived, worked and played through the centuries at this engaging Royal Mile museum celebrating everyday life in the city.

Meadows and Bruntfield Links ⭐ 4.6 4.4 mi away

Parks & Play Areas

Meadows and Bruntfield Links

Expansive green space along Melville Drive perfect for family picnics, with onsite dining options and toilets available, though accessibility is limited for wheelchairs and pushchairs.

Dovecot Studios ⭐ 4.6 4.5 mi away

Museums & Galleries

Dovecot Studios

Discover contemporary tapestry weaving at this unique working studio and gallery, complete with wheelchair access, onsite dining, and convenient nearby parking on Infirmary Street.

Wonder World Soft Play Edinburgh ⭐ 3.9 4.5 mi away

Indoor Soft Play

Wonder World Soft Play Edinburgh

Kids can race around the go-kart track or climb through exciting soft play equipment at this Easter Road venue, which also serves food and snacks to keep energy levels high.

The Chocolatarium ⭐ 4.9 4.5 mi away

Sightseeing & Attractions

The Chocolatarium

Journey through cocoa's fascinating story at this interactive Edinburgh experience, where you'll explore chocolate-making traditions and enjoy delicious tastings along the way.

Ryze Edinburgh - Xtreme Air Sports ⭐ 4.4 4.5 mi away

Trampoline & Bounce Parks

Ryze Edinburgh - Xtreme Air Sports

Bounce your way through an enormous indoor trampoline arena spanning thousands of square feet, perfect for active families seeking high-energy fun with onsite dining and parking.

Museum of Childhood Edinburgh ⭐ 4.3 4.5 mi away

Museums & Galleries

Museum of Childhood Edinburgh

Step back in time on the Royal Mile to explore how children played and lived throughout history, with fascinating collections of toys and games spanning multiple generations in this nostalgic family museum.

St Cecilias Hall Museum of Instruments ⭐ 4.9 4.6 mi away

Museums & Galleries

St Cecilias Hall Museum of Instruments

Discover a fascinating collection of historic musical instruments in Edinburgh's oldest purpose-built concert hall, with wheelchair access and family facilities available throughout your visit.

Mercat Tours ⭐ 4.6 4.6 mi away

Boat Tours & Cruises

Mercat Tours

Discover Edinburgh's spine-tingling tales and macabre history on guided walking tours that children find thrillingly disgusting, exploring the city's darker side through captivating storytelling.

Boat Tours & Cruises
Sandemans Edinburgh Free Tour 4.6 mi away

Boat Tours & Cruises

Sandemans Edinburgh Free Tour

Discover the historic heart of Scotland's capital on a guided walking tour from the iconic Tron Kirk, exploring Old Town's famous landmarks and hidden gems along the Royal Mile.

Doodles Ceramics Workshop ⭐ 4.7 4.7 mi away

Pottery & Ceramic Painting

Doodles Ceramics Workshop

Unleash your family's artistic side by decorating ceramic pieces at this welcoming Edinburgh studio, where snacks fuel creativity and everyone from budding artists to experienced crafters can enjoy hands-on pottery painting.

Vue Edinburgh Omni Centre ⭐ 4.3 4.7 mi away

Cinema & Theatre

Vue Edinburgh Omni Centre

Catch the latest blockbusters at this modern multiplex cinema in Leith Street's entertainment complex, featuring weekend children's screenings, snacks to buy, and wheelchair-accessible facilities.

Blair Street Vaults ⭐ 4.6 4.7 mi away

Boat Tours & Cruises

Blair Street Vaults

Venture beneath Edinburgh's historic Old Town to explore atmospheric underground chambers with spine-chilling tales from the city's darker past on this guided vault tour.

The Real Mary Kings Close ⭐ 4.6 4.7 mi away

Sightseeing & Attractions

The Real Mary Kings Close

Explore Edinburgh's fascinating hidden chambers beneath the Royal Mile, where costumed guides bring centuries of stories to life in this atmospheric subterranean tour experience.

The Edinburgh Treasure Trail ⭐ 4.9 4.7 mi away

Trails & Treasure Hunts

The Edinburgh Treasure Trail

Team up with your loved ones for a puzzle-solving adventure along Edinburgh's historic Royal Mile, where clues and riddles guide your 1.75-mile journey through the city's famous streets.

Blue Badge Bunch ⭐ 2.9 4.7 mi away

Cinema & Theatre

Blue Badge Bunch

This inclusive Edinburgh venue welcomes families with excellent accessibility features including wheelchair access, baby changing facilities, and pushchair-friendly spaces throughout.

Brick Fest Live Edinburgh ⭐ 4.3 4.7 mi away

Adventure & Activity Centres

Brick Fest Live Edinburgh

Build, play and explore at this American brick-building spectacular making its UK debut, where families can construct epic creations and let imaginations run wild at the Royal Highland Centre.

Cocktail Mafia ⭐ 4.7 4.7 mi away

Food & Drink Experiences

Cocktail Mafia

This wheelchair-accessible cocktail bar on Charlotte Lane serves creative drinks in a stylish setting, though families should note there are no baby changing facilities and limited pushchair access.

Escape The Past ⭐ 5.0 4.7 mi away

Escape Room Challenges

Escape The Past

Challenge your family's problem-solving skills in this immersive escape room adventure located in Basement 1, featuring full accessibility for wheelchairs and pushchairs plus baby changing facilities.

Kidz Brunch Club ⭐ 3.6 4.7 mi away

Food & Drink Experiences

Kidz Brunch Club

Enjoy a family-friendly dining experience at Brewhemia's Kidz Brunch Club, featuring fully accessible facilities with baby changing areas and pushchair-friendly spaces throughout.

The Cauldron Co. Edinburgh ⭐ 4.5 4.7 mi away

Food & Drink Experiences

The Cauldron Co. Edinburgh

Step into a magical potion-making experience where dining meets wizardry on Frederick Street. Mix molecular cocktails and sample fantastical food in this enchanting interactive venue for families with older children.

Fayre Play ⭐ 4.5 4.7 mi away

Theme Parks & Funfairs

Fayre Play

Edinburgh's Fayre Play offers family entertainment with baby changing facilities available, though access may be limited for wheelchairs and pushchairs in some sections.

The Edinburgh Dungeon ⭐ 4.5 4.8 mi away

Sightseeing & Attractions

The Edinburgh Dungeon

Brave souls can experience Scotland's darkest history through 80 minutes of live actors, special effects and spine-chilling storytelling at this theatrical underground attraction.

Huntfun Edinburgh ⭐ 5.0 4.8 mi away

Sightseeing & Attractions

Huntfun Edinburgh

Explore Edinburgh's historic streets through an interactive treasure hunt that transforms sightseeing into a thrilling family quest starting from Waverley Station.

City Sightseeing Edinburgh Hop On Hop Off Tour ⭐ 4.6 4.8 mi away

Boat Tours & Cruises

City Sightseeing Edinburgh Hop On Hop Off Tour

Explore Edinburgh's UNESCO-listed Old and New Towns at your own pace aboard an open-top bus, with wheelchair access and baby facilities available throughout this family-friendly sightseeing experience.

The Ghost Bus Tours, Edinburgh ⭐ 4.3 4.8 mi away

Boat Tours & Cruises

The Ghost Bus Tours, Edinburgh

Experience Edinburgh's darkest secrets and most chilling locations aboard this theatrical horror-comedy bus tour departing from Deacon Brodies Tavern, combining spine-tingling tales with entertainment.

The Cadies and Witchery Tours ⭐ 4.9 4.8 mi away

Boat Tours & Cruises

The Cadies and Witchery Tours

Explore Edinburgh's sinister secrets and spine-chilling history on this acclaimed walking tour that reveals the city's most haunted tales and macabre past in atmospheric Old Town streets.

Museum on the Mound ⭐ 4.5 4.8 mi away

Museums & Galleries

Museum on the Mound

Explore fascinating exhibitions covering currency, technology, and crime through the ages at this free Edinburgh museum housed in a historic banking hall on the famous Mound.

National Mining Museum Scotland ⭐ 4.7 4.8 mi away

Museums & Galleries

National Mining Museum Scotland

Step into Scotland's coal mining heritage at this award-winning colliery attraction where interactive exhibits and original machinery bring industrial history vividly to life for all ages.

Camera Obscura and World of Illusions ⭐ 4.6 4.9 mi away

Sightseeing & Attractions

Camera Obscura and World of Illusions

Experience Edinburgh from a unique perspective across six levels of mind-bending optical tricks, holograms and interactive exhibits on the historic Royal Mile.

National Galleries Scotland: National ⭐ 4.7 4.9 mi away

Museums & Galleries

National Galleries Scotland: National

Scotland's premier art museum welcomes families with wheelchair hire, baby facilities and pushchair-friendly galleries showcasing world-class paintings and sculptures in Edinburgh's historic heart.

National Galleries Scotland: Portrait ⭐ 4.7 5 mi away

Museums & Galleries

National Galleries Scotland: Portrait

Discover Scotland's finest portrait collection in this fully accessible Edinburgh gallery, where families with pushchairs and wheelchairs can easily explore centuries of faces and stories.

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